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Native America: In Translation

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville

The Asheville Art Museum presents Native America: In Translation, an exhibition curated by Apsáalooke artist Wendy Red Star, on view from May 22 through November 3, 2025. Featuring work by […]

Cherokee Indian Fair

Old Acquani Expo Center 1441 Acquoni Road, Cherokee

Step into the heart of Cherokee culture at the 113th Cherokee Indian Fair! This spirited celebration showcases the rich culture of the Cherokee people. Visitors of all ages can enjoy […]

$10 – $20

Autumn Leaves Festival

Downtown Mount Airy Mount Airy

Every year in October, Mayberry is the place to be for the Autumn Leaves Festival™, an historic festival in the heart of Mount Airy, NC. This nationally recognized event is […]

FREE
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A Parallel Threading

Yadkin Vallety Fiber Center 113 West Main St., Elkin

This workshop features Robyn Spady presenting live via zoom, bringing professional insight and techniques directly to you. There are two options for participation. Weave - Along in person - Gather […]

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Fall Pottery Show at The Bascomb

The Bascomb 323 Franklin Road, Highlands

Discover one-of-a-kind pottery handcrafted by Bascom Studio Members. From functional wares to sculptural pieces, works were created and fired on-site. Proceeds support the artists and The Bascom’s Creative Community Initiative, […]

Ongoing

Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy , Linville

From Oct. 4 through 12, guests enjoy short, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The Fall Color Rambles take place daily, weather permitting, and are included in […]

Mountain Glory Festival

Downtown Marion 11 N Main Street , Marion

  This annual small-town celebration on Main Street in Marion, North Carolina, will feature 150 crafts and food vendors. There will be live music with two stages for music and […]

Recurring

Spruce Pine Potters Market

Spruce Pine Potters Market 31 Cross Street, Spruce Pine

The Spruce Pine Potters Market is an annual show that is managed and organized by our artists who live and work in a two-county area of western North Carolina. The […]

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Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival

The Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers

This aritsan fall festival celebrates the breathtaking autumn tapestry of reds, oranges, and yellows located in the Heart of Cashiers. This popular and FREE event welcomes 100 artisans to the park. […]

Free
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“A Tale Of Two Cities” Exhibit at NOAFA

New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts 5256 Magazine St., New Orleans

The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […]

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Kenilworth Studio Tour

Kenilworth Studio Tour Asheville

All the crazy bends, tilt-a-whirl streets and intersections of Asheville’s historic Kenilworth neighborhood have inspired an artistic community of range and imagination. Come find us in our welcoming neighborhood homes […]

Free

Blackrock Mountain Hike, off the Blue Ridge Parkway

Waterrock Knob Visitor Center Blue Ridge Parkway, Sylva

Enjoy a moderately strenuous trek to the summit of Blackrock Mountain, with views of Thunderstruck Ridge, Waterrock Knob and other 6,000 ft peaks. Participants will travel roughly 6 miles over rugged […]

Free with pre-registration.

Resilience Rising : Appalachian Harvest Festival & Traditions (RAHFT)

Woodson Branch Nature School 14555 US Hwy 25/70, Marshall

A Community Festival With Purpose Step into the heart of the mountains for a day filled with music, food, and family fun — all while supporting the next generation. Proceeds […]

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Macramé Showcase @ The Jones House

Jones House Cultural Center 604 West King Street, Boone

In October, the Mazie Jones Gallery at the Jones House will host a Macramé Showcase, featuring the collective work of Traci Goodard (Nefarious Knots), Disa Herring (Designs by Disa), and Kali […]

Open Studio Tour – Transylvania County

Downtown Brevard Brevard

We invite you to join us for the Open Studio Tour in Transylvania County. The Tour is self-guided, and maps will be available in the Open Studio Brochure which will […]

Free

Adult Field Course: Grandfather’s Starry Skies

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy , Linville

October is one of the best times of year to stargaze at Grandfather Mountain. The air is cool and clear, and the summer constellations are still very prominent, with some […]

$51 – $60

Art After Dark

RAD Outpost 28 N Lexington Ave, Asheville

Art After Dark is more than a fundraiser. It’s a statement of resilience and collaboration. In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC and the River […]

$100

Night for the Arts

27 on Main 25 North Main Street, Sparta

Join us for a “Special Saturday In Sparta”, an elegant evening celebrating creativity, community, and culinary delight at 27 on Main (the former Spartan Theater and Alleghany Jubilee). Enjoy a […]

$125

We welcome submission of Western North Carolina events focused on our heritage themes of mountain music, crafts, foodways, outdoors and Cherokee culture. Please submit two weeks in advance.

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